1990 Volvo 460 vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Volvo 460. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1990 Volvo 460. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volvo 460 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Volvo | Volvo |
| Model | 460 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
